Teen charged on murder bid after stabbing at Portobello Beach
A 16-year-old has been arrested and a 14-year-old also charged with possession of a weapon
Last updated 17th May 2025
A teenager's been stabbed in a large-scale disturbance in Edinburgh last night.
Armed Police rushed to Portobello Beach just before 8pm as rival gangs with weapons faced off.
The 17-year-old victim was taken to Edinburgh Royal Infirmary.
A 16-year-old boy's been arrested and charged with attempted murder and a 14-year charged with possession of a weapon.
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "Emergency services attended and a 17-year-old man was taken to Edinburgh Royal Infirmary for treatment to injuries.
“A 16-year-old was arrested and charged in connection with attempted murder. He is due to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Monday, 19 May, 2025.
“A 14-year-old was charged in connection with possession of a weapon. A report will be sent to the relevant authorities.”